Vikas Shukla
Technical Lead
Mumbai
Summary
Microsoft Azure Certified software engineer with over 12 years of expertise in designing and deploying cloud-based solutions, specializing in Azure technologies, .NET development, and DevOps practices. Proficient in leveraging a wide range of Azure services, including Azure Storage, Azure Web Jobs, Azure API Management, Azure Application Gateway, and Azure Slots to create secure, scalable, and efficient backend systems. Skilled in configuring and managing Azure SQL Database, Azure Key Vault, and other cloud services to ensure high availability, security, and optimized performance. Adept at managing end-to-end software development life cycles, from backend API design and deployment to CI/CD pipeline automation. Demonstrates strong team leadership, a passion for optimizing processes, and a proven track record of driving improvements in system performance and security. Experienced in managing projects using Agile methodologies and tools like JIRA and Confluence, while effectively leading teams to deliver high-quality software solutions on time.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Technical Lead
Bristlecone India LTD
05.2021 - Current
- Designed and implemented Azure-based backend solutions for API projects, leveraging Azure App Services for deployment and scaling.
- Provisioned and managed Azure SQL Database, developed .NET libraries to perform CRUD operations between APIs and SQL databases.
- Set up Azure Storage solutions for secure and scalable document storage and integrated business document management.
- Configured Azure Key Vault for secure management of sensitive data, including SQL connection strings and client certificates.
- Deployed and managed Azure API Gateway to expose secure API endpoints for SAP Ariba integration.
- Automated data management using Azure Web Jobs to schedule periodic data archival tasks.
- Developed backend libraries to enable seamless communication between Azure Storage, Azure SQL, and backend systems.
- Configured Azure Deployment Slots for Dev, Staging, and Production environments to streamline release cycles.
- Implemented Azure Virtual Network (VNet) for secure communication between Azure Apps and API Gateway.
- Set up Jenkins pipelines to automate CI/CD for custom .NET applications, reducing deployment time and improving system consistency.
- Led a team of 5 developers, overseeing task prioritization, mentoring, and ensuring on-time project delivery using Agile methodologies.
Sr. Software Engineer
Mphasis Ltd.
11.2014 - 05.2021
- I served as Senior Software Engineer at Mphasis Ltd., contributing to various projects for Aditya Birla Capital Ltd.
- I developed middleware applications, orchestrations, schemas, and maps, utilizing technologies such as BizTalk 2016, XML, XSLT, C#, JSON, and SQL Server
- Additionally, managed deployment of BizTalk applications in QA, Stage, and Production environments using BizTalk Deployment Framework
- In projects for Aditya Birla Capital Life Insurance Ltd., I worked on WCF services, ADO.NET, SQL Server (2008), and MVC-based web applications
- Responsibilities included requirement analysis, implementing complex business logic, code review, debugging, and team management for team of 10.
- Furthermore, contributed to projects like Aditya Birla Personal Loan, Aditya Birla Home Loan, and Mutual Fund Customer Portal, where developed SharePoint web parts, application pages, WCF services, and integrated external services like CMG, CFG, Mortgage, NSDL KYC services, CAMS KRA, UIDAI Aadhaar services
- Role involved deployment, customization, and integration of various technologies, including SharePoint (2013), ASP.NET, WCF, C#, T-SQL, jQuery, CSS, XML, and JSON, to meet project requirements and enhance user experience
- Was marked by strong focus on technical excellence, project delivery, and team leadership, making significant contributions to success of projects and organization
Software Engineer
CLOVER INFOTECH PVT. LTD
05.2014 - 11.2014
- Worked as SharePoint developer for Aditya Birla Mutual Fund customer portal
Associate Software Engineer
Kotak Securities LTD
12.2012 - 05.2014
- As Software Engineer, have contributed to multiple web-based application and integration projects in financial domain from November 2014 to May 2014
- Work involved using variety of technologies, including SharePoint 2010, PowerShell, ASP.NET, C#, SQL Server 2012, and SharePoint 2013
- In iStart Portal project, I created site pages with custom coding, developed custom master pages, and built custom web parts
- I also handled deployment of solutions packages using Visual Studio 2010 and PowerShell, and managed migration of portal from SharePoint 2010 to SharePoint 2013
- Additionally, in projects like MIS_Reports, PPS Dashboards, KS-Frameworks, KS-Frameworks Service, and Customer Insights, developed various SharePoint services, timer jobs, and dashboards, customized site master pages, and integrated CSS and jQuery for web user controls
- Experience includes developing WCF web services, generic methods, and utility classes, and hosting and deploying applications into IIS
Education
BCA - Computer and Information Sciences
Tilak Maharashtra University
Mumbai, India 01.2008 - 04.2011
Diploma in NIIT(GNIIT) -
NIIT LTD
Mumbai 01.2007 - 04.2012
S.S.C. (10th) -
UP BOARD
Bhadohi, India 01.2004 - 04.2005
H.S.C. (12th) -
UP BOARD
Bhadohi, India 01.2005 - 04.2007
Skills
Cloud Technologies: Microsoft Azure (Azure App Services, Azure SQL DB, Azure Storage, Azure Key Vault, Azure API Management, Azure Application Gateway Azure Web Jobs, Azure V-Net Integrations)
DevOps & Automation: Jenkins (CI/CD pipelines), GitHub, Git, Azure DevOps
Programming: React JS, Angular, NET, NET Core, API Development, System Integrations
Databases: Azure SQL Database, CRUD operations, Data Archival
Security: SSL/TLS, Azure Key Vault for secure credential management
undefinedCertification
70-536: Microsoft Console Application 2.0
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/10/90
- Marital Status: Married
Disclaimer
I hereby certify that the above information is true, correct, and complete to the best of my knowledge.
Achievements And Extracurricular
- Received multiple times SPOT awards from Bristlecone for being a quick learner and outstanding performance.
- Received multiple “Summit Award” from Mphasis for a good contribution to business-critical projects.
- Received multiple “Star Performer Award” from Mphasis for a good contribution to business-critical projects.
- Received multiple “Shout Award” from Mphasis for a good contribution to business-critical projects.
- Received “CEO Kitty Award” from the client- Aditya Birla Financial Services, for quality deliver.
- Received many Appreciations from the client - Aditya Birla Financial Services, for quality, deliver.
- Active member of organizing committee for various technical and cultural events held during Academics.
Timeline
Technical Lead
Bristlecone India LTD
05.2021 - Current
Sr. Software Engineer
Mphasis Ltd.
11.2014 - 05.2021
Software Engineer
CLOVER INFOTECH PVT. LTD
05.2014 - 11.2014
Associate Software Engineer
Kotak Securities LTD
12.2012 - 05.2014
BCA - Computer and Information Sciences
Tilak Maharashtra University
01.2008 - 04.2011
Diploma in NIIT(GNIIT) -
NIIT LTD
01.2007 - 04.2012
H.S.C. (12th) -
UP BOARD
01.2005 - 04.2007
S.S.C. (10th) -
UP BOARD
01.2004 - 04.2005
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